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Business group hires private security to patrol Portland's Central Eastside

Local News

Group hires security guards in an effort to improve Portland's Central Eastside

Central Eastside Together hired the security firm Securitas as the district's new safety provider.
Local News

Black-owned wig shop targeted and vandalized in Gresham

Callie's Custom Hat Wigs in the Gresham-Rockwood area was targeted on Sept. 26 by a masked man who used spray paint to vandalize the store front.
Small Business

After 65 years, this Southeast Portland sports bar is shutting its doors

For more than six decades, Claudia's Sports Pub has been a place to catch some of the biggest sporting events. Next week they'll be closing for good.
Small Business

Claudia’s, the oldest sports bar in Portland, is closing down

Owner Martin Spathas said crime and rising costs contributed to the decision. His parents opened the bar on Southeast Hawthorne back in 1958.
Crime

Portland business owner assaulted during brazen carjacking

David Rinella, owner of Rinella Produce in the Central Eastside, tried to stop two people breaking into his car. They beat him until a police officer intervened.
Small Business

Long-standing Portland antique stove dealer considers going out of business due to thefts

Store owner, Buck Froman got a black eye after falling while trying to confront thieves during one of several recent break-ins.
Local News

Artists Repertory Theatre, a decades-old Portland company, suspends performances

The company's managing director it has struggled to rebound financially after the pandemic and much-needed state funding didn't materialize.
VERIFY

Yes, Oregon law prohibits 'cashless' businesses

There are some exceptions, but most businesses will be in violation of Oregon law if they refuse to accept cash as payment for goods or services.
Heartwarming

How an Oregon-based brand owner realized her Haitian version of the American dream

The Haitian business owner overcame hardships of homelessness, health, finances and more to now having her products sold in over 10 different stores across Oregon.
Local News

How an Oregon-based brand owner realized her Haitian version of the American dream

The Haitian business owner overcame hardships of homelessness, health, finances and more to now having her products sold in over 10 different stores across Oregon.
Small Business

Wave of Portland breweries have either shut their doors or plan to close down

Brewery owners said that the pandemic was rough on the industry, and tastes have changed in ways that have been difficult to anticipate.